Adventitious
Occurring in other than the usual place – example roots appearing on an above-ground stem
Did you know?
Corn produces adventitious “prop roots” above the soil that brace the tall stalk against wind.
Adventitious
Purdue Arboretum Learning System
This glossary definition is part of the Purdue Arboretum learning resource database, providing educational information on campus flora, morphology, and botanical terminology.
Synonyms:
Adventitiouses
Categories:
Stem / root structures
